Description
This Easy Vegan Caramel Sauce recipe delivers a rich, creamy caramel flavor without any animal products. Made with simple ingredients like granulated sugar, vegan butter, and vegan heavy cream, it’s perfect for drizzling over desserts, ice cream, or using as a dip. The sauce cooks in just 10 minutes and yields a luscious, smooth caramel with optional hints of vanilla and sea salt for extra depth.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramel Sauce Ingredients
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 30 ml water
- 80 g vegan butter, cubed
- 100 ml vegan heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Sugar and Water: Add the granulated sugar and water to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber caramel color, signalling the sugar has melted and caramelized.
- Add Vegan Butter: Carefully whisk in the cubed vegan butter in two parts. The mixture will bubble up vigorously, so take care. Continue whisking until the butter is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate Vegan Cream: Slowly drizzle the vegan heavy cream into the caramel while continuously whisking. This ensures a smooth, creamy consistency without clumps. Then whisk in the optional sea salt and vanilla extract for added flavor depth.
- Simmer: Let the caramel simmer gently for 2 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Cool: Remove from heat and allow the caramel to reach room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools, achieving the perfect sauce texture.
- Store: Transfer the caramel sauce to an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. For a runnier consistency when serving, let it sit at room temperature for about an hour before use.
Notes
- Ensure the sugar reaches a deep caramel color but do not let it burn to avoid bitterness.
- Use chilled vegan heavy cream for better incorporation and texture.
- Adjust the quantity of salt or vanilla extract according to taste preferences.
- Store the sauce properly in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent spoiling.
- Reheat gently if the sauce solidifies too much when cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
